Center for Global Development

 "We need to evaluate and track the specific behaviors and features our AI applications are designed to exhibit. Then we can make generalizable claims about which configurations actually led to better outcomes. Han Sheng Chia emphasizes the need for precise, ongoing evaluation of AI tools at a CGD #AnnuaMeetings event. Full remarks: https://bit.ly/42EF4VD

There are 252 million phones in India without internet. It costs those users 85,000 times more to get a byte of data. This is massive price discrimination in the access of the world's poor to AI. A post by Daniel Björkegren lays out the costs (across the world - India's not even the worst), the why and what to do about it: https://lnkd.in/et4D2aX5

"We're preparing for a future where countries have greater ownership and agency, and powering them to be more effective in this resource constrained environment." At a recent CGD #AnnualMeetings event, Dr. Sania Nishtar shares how Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is navigating the post-aid world with Gavi Leap. Watch: https://bit.ly/428aAuM

In this edition of our #development #newsletter, experts discuss missing data from #PEPFAR, eight lessons for antimicrobial resistance, and more. Read on ⬇️🗞️

"The role of fathers in early childhood: Five insights from around the world" Read Pamela Jakiela's and my new, practitioner-focused paper on fathers, and find... • 5 things we know about how fathers engage in early childhood development in low- & middle-income countries • 3 suggestions to improve programs intended to engage fathers Published in the International Journal of Birth and Parent Education here: https://lnkd.in/eeF99K9h Open-access version here https://lnkd.in/e_eRDP4B

October 30 ➡️ Dr. Seth Berkley, Former CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and Co-founder of COVAX joins CGD President Rachel Glennerster to discuss his forthcoming book, Fair Doses: An Insider’s Story of the Pandemic and the Global Fight for Vaccine Equity. During the conversation, they’ll explore the intertwined scientific and political efforts behind vaccine development during the pandemic and draw lessons for the future. Register to join us in DC or online! ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4o2K1Ac

The 2025 #AnnualMeetings have come to a close. Throughout the week, experts gathered at CGD to discuss AI in development, sustainable solutions to the global health financing crisis, building a climate coalition, and more. Catch up on all the events and stay tuned for highlights! https://bit.ly/48rfver

As populism rises and aid budgets shrink, evidence—clearly explained and applied—is more essential than ever. On this International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, read Rachel Glennerster's call for practical, evidence-based solutions to improve lives 🌍⬇️ #EndPoverty https://bit.ly/4gd8nUA

I joined the Center for Global Development’s panel discussion alongside Mamta Murthi, John-Arne Røttingen and Hitoshi Hirata, moderated by Rachel Glennerster. We discussed how Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is evolving through the #GaviLEAP to become leaner, more agile and more country driven. In a time of constrained resources and and growing challenges to vaccine equity and access, innovation and collaboration are our best tools to deliver impact. Gavi is proud to partner with multilateral development banks to unlock US$ 3 billion in sustainable health financing.

I joined the Center for Global Development’s panel discussion alongside Mamta Murthi, John-Arne Røttingen and Hitoshi Hirata, moderated by Rachel Glennerster. We discussed how Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is evolving through the #GaviLEAP to become leaner, more agile and more country driven. In a time of constrained resources and and growing challenges to vaccine equity and access, innovation and collaboration are our best tools to deliver impact. Gavi is proud to partner with multilateral development banks to unlock US$ 3 billion in sustainable health financing.